Denpasar Immigration Arrests Three Foreign Women for Online Prostitution Ring at Bali Villa

Denpasar Immigration Office arrested three foreign women—from Uganda, Russia, and Nigeria—suspected of running an online prostitution operation at a villa in Denpasar. The case was uncovered after a community tip-off, followed by cyber and enforcement team surveillance, leading to arrests on the night of October 28.

The Denpasar Immigration Office in Bali announced on November 2, 2026, the arrest of three foreign women suspected of operating an online prostitution service. According to Immigration Office Head R. Haryo Sakti, those arrested were JN (35) from Uganda, AS (29) from Russia, and BDC (32) from Nigeria.

The arrests took place on the night of Wednesday, October 28, at a villa on Jalan Padang Tegal Sari in Denpasar. The case originated from a community report alleging stay permit violations and commercial sex work by foreign nationals. In response, immigration cyber and intelligence/enforcement teams (Inteldakim) monitored a webpage and digital platform linked to the activity before making the arrests.

Haryo emphasized that community participation plays a crucial role in helping authorities monitor the presence and activities of foreign nationals in the area.

Things to Consider

Foreigners staying in Bali should strictly adhere to the activities permitted under their visa category and avoid any form of work or commercial activity—including online services—that is not authorized under their stay permit. Immigration authorities actively monitor both community reports and online platforms, so be cautious about engaging in transactions via social media or intermediary apps. If involved in a legal issue, contact your embassy or consulate promptly for assistance.